“As a kid I became passionate about football, as so many do, and wanted to replicate the moves of champions who played in top teams. With my friends I learned to share this common language,” Buffon told Juventus’ official website.
“I used to love scoring goals, not saving them! Then suddenly in 1990 my father advised me to become a goalkeeper, I went to Parma and it escalated pretty rapidly from there.
“I was exuberant as a youngster, but also had that arrogance that helped me stand my ground among the big boys. I always had the confidence to make my mark thanks to the awareness of how good I was.
“I was a rebel, but if at 37 I had maintained the same personality, I’d be a complete idiot! I might have been a great goalkeeper, but an eternal Peter Pan isn’t right for me.
“I have no regrets in my life. I made my journey and always paid for my mistakes. After all, the mistakes help you to grow.”
The 37-year-old, widely regarded as the best goalkeeper in world football, is now the most recognised symbol of Juventus since Alessandro Del Piero departed the club.
“Physically I have also started looking after myself more since I turned 30,” said Buffon.
“It requires sacrifices to stay at a certain level and, apart from the odd pain, I hope to continue for a while yet.
“Could I be a symbol like Del Piero or Totti is for Roma? If there is a joint desire to go forward from the club and player for a common journey together, then why not?.”
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